Home Care Support Worker at Whanau Care

Company Overview: Whanau Care is a dedicated provider of NDIS support services for clients and their families in the Melbourne area. Our mission is to care for your family as we care for ours, offering holistic support that encompasses physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions. We pride ourselves on delivering the same level of care that we would expect for our own family members, ensuring peace of mind for our clients.

Role Overview: We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Home Care Support Workers to join our team. In this role, you will provide personalized support and care to individuals with physical and/or intellectual disabilities. Your responsibilities will include assisting with daily living activities, offering community support, and empowering clients to lead fulfilling lives. You will work closely with clients and their families to ensure that the care provided aligns with their unique needs and preferences.

Desired Attributes:

• Professional approach and ability to work under pressure
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Attention to detail and ability to work autonomously
• Strong communication skills and a positive approach to change
• Certificate 3 in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability) or similar, or relevant industry experience
• Current First Aid certification
• Minimum of 12 months working experience in a similar role
• Clean driving license (desirable)

Shift Details: We have various positions available to suit different schedules:

• Client 1 Day Shift: 8:00am to 2:00pm (Docklands Location) - This shift will include assisting with in-home rehabilitation and gym work.
• Client 1 Afternoon Shift: 2:00pm to 8:00pm (Docklands Location) - This shift will involve cooking activities.
• Client 1 Evening/Night and Sleepover Shift: 8:00pm to 8:00am (Docklands Location) - This shift will include community sports activities and will be divided into a 4-hour shift from 8:00pm to midnight, followed by a sleepover shift from midnight to 8:00am.
• Client 2 New Shift: 9:00am to 1:00pm (Monday to Friday, South Melbourne Location) - This shift will involve cooking and working autonomously.

Shift Availability:

• Monday to Thursday: Client 1 Day, Afternoon, and Evening/Night and Sleepover shifts
• Friday to Sunday: Client 1 Day, Afternoon, and Evening/Night and Sleepover shifts
• Monday to Friday: Client 2 New Shift 9:00am to 1:00pm

Compensation: All positions are compensated at Home Care Employee Level 2 - Paypoint 2 - Casual award rates and allowances:

• Hourly Pay Rate: $33.50
• Saturday Rate: $46.90
• Sunday Rate: $60.30
• Public Holiday Rate: $73.70
• Afternoon Shift Rate: $36.85
• Night Shift Rate: $37.52
• Sleep Over Allowance: $100
• Other applicable allowances as per the award rates.

Desirable Candidate: The ideal candidate will have a professional approach, excellent organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work autonomously. Strong communication skills and a positive approach to change are essential. A Certificate 3 in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability) or similar, relevant industry experience, current First Aid certification, and a minimum of 12 months working experience in a similar role are required. A clean driving license is desirable. Experience working in the industry will be highly regarded, and those undertaking qualifications will also be considered.

Join Whanau Care and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities. Apply today to become part of a team that cares for its clients as family.

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